Sign Hanger License

About

Buildings, Department ofCity

A Sign Hanger License is required to request a construction permit for or to perform sign hanging and attaching work in New York City.
Two types of licenses are issued: Master Sign Hanger and Special Sign Hanger.

A Master Sign Hanger License is required to request a construction permit for to or perform sign hanging and attaching work in New York City. This requirement applies to all signs, regardless of size and weight.

A Special Sign Hanger License is required to request a construction permit for or to perform sign hanging and attaching work in New York City. This applies to any sign on the outside of any building and any sign as large as 150 square feet face area or 1200 pounds.

Get Help

Contact Us

Stay Connected

The City has tried to provide you with correct information on this website. While every effort has been made to ensure that the information provided is accurate and up-to-date, errors are still possible. The information provided is not legal advice. You may need additional information to meet the legal requirements for starting or operating your business.